2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C5 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
